One of the major physiological factors that triggers thirst is ________.

A) a dry mouth from high temperatures
B) becoming overly agitated
C) drinking caffeinated beverages
D) a rise in plasma osmolality


D) a rise in plasma osmolality

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Exchanging air between the body and the outside environment is ______________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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If your vision is 20/15, this means that you can see

A) 20-point font at 15 feet. B) objects at 20 feet that individuals with normal eyesight can see at 15 feet. C) objects at 15 feet that individuals with eye problems see at 20 feet. D) all 15 eye chart letters from 20 feet. E) objects that are 20 feet or less away.

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Which of the following occurs during the postabsorptive state?

A. Glucose is stored by glycogenesis B. Glycerol is used for gluconeogenesis C. Blood glucose rises D. Protein synthesis is active E. Lipids are stored in adipose tissue

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